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Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by J

Sun, 14 Apr 2024 21:49:54 +0000

Yes! I had about a half cup of adzuki beans leftover and didn’t know what to do with them. I made these today, and they made my kitchen smell fantastic! I threw them on top of my spaghetti dish and they tasted amazing! Definitely making again. I don’t have a non a, but if I did, she’d be jealous…

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean, Kale and Sweet Potato Soup by דניאלה

דניאלה — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 10:11:25 +0000

In reply to Carla @ Foodie Digital. Thank you! so glad you liked it

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean, Kale and Sweet Potato Soup by Carla @ Foodie Digital

Carla @ Foodie Digital — Thu, 02 Nov 2023 01:29:07 +0000

I made this as written a for dinner tonight and the whole family loved it, even my somewhat picky 8 year old! This soup feels so nourishing thanks to the large quantity of turmeric. I might add sone red chilli flakes next time but otherwise this is perfect.

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean, Kale and Sweet Potato Soup by Dave Borton

Dave Borton — Sun, 29 Oct 2023 23:12:28 +0000

In reply to Irasema Martínez.

I tailored the recipe and began by browning 3 oz of pork short ribs to enrich the broth (yes, I know it’s a vegan recipe). I used Mursaski white sweet potatoes from the garden. Finally, I used 5.5C of water and added 1/2C of white wine before serving.
Next time, Cannelli or white beans will be the legume. Great recipe with which to wheel and deal.

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by דניאלה

דניאלה — Mon, 22 May 2023 13:54:59 +0000

In reply to Ashley. Hi to you too:) The pecans thicken the mass, and of course add their flavor. Never tried it with cashews, I think it'll work fine. If you have walnuts, and if walnuts are safe for your son, I would use that. I used walnuts before with this recipes and it was great

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Ashley

Ashley — Sun, 21 May 2023 23:50:11 +0000

Hi! Just came across Thai recipe and want to try this week, but my son has an allergy to pecans. What purpose do they serve? Could I omit or perhaps replace with cashews? (I have those on hand). Thanks!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Nikki

Nikki — Fri, 21 Apr 2023 03:47:51 +0000

Delicious even as a salad accompaniment or a power snack between meals

Comment on Upside Down Orange Muffins with Semolina and Spelt Flour by Rima

Rima — Tue, 28 Mar 2023 19:04:13 +0000

Loved to read about your grandmothers, their kitchen and goodness. Thank you. I remembered mine and tears of admiration followed.

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean, Kale and Sweet Potato Soup by Irasema Martínez

Irasema Martínez — Wed, 01 Feb 2023 02:22:18 +0000

The most delicious soup ever! I’ve made this soup a few times now; first time following recipe exactly as is. Second time I didn’t have adzukis so I used green lentils… amazing too. Third time I didn’t have sweet potato so I used a few carrots and normal potatoes… didn’t have adzukis or green lentils so I used toor Dahl lentils and topped the bowl with some coconut yogurt for serving and it was absolutely amazing. All the spices work so good together.

Thanks for this incredible and versatile recipe!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Tania

Tania — Tue, 27 Dec 2022 15:38:36 +0000

Delicious!I’ve tried so many bean “meat”balls and my son has hated them all – but even my non vegetarian ate these! They did fall apart in the sauce – so I renamed it bolognese 🙂 as we’re not vegan will prob add an egg next time. But flavour and texture fantastic!!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Jess

Jess — Mon, 28 Nov 2022 01:00:19 +0000

I really like this recipe! I did make a few adjustments. I added about 1/4 cup of almond flour to the mixture before forming into balls, which helped them be a bit less sticky. I also air fried them for about 4 minutes per side after baking! Gave them a nice crunchy exterior before I added them to the sauce. Really yummy!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Sara

Sara — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:37:57 +0000

This was very successful. Tastes yummy but the patties are a bit mushy. Maybe I over-cooked the beans? Is there some way to make the “meat” mixture more firm?

Comment on Vegan Tahini Ice Cream- No churn by Sara

Sara — Fri, 09 Jul 2021 12:34:23 +0000

I made this ice cream today and it is delicious! Not too sweet but reminds me of halva. Next time I may add some chopped nuts. Thank you

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Ruby

Ruby — Wed, 20 Jan 2021 11:14:54 +0000

I loved these! They were so flavourful and they worked out beautifully. Will definitely be making them again.

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Ellen

Ellen — Wed, 11 Nov 2020 06:19:12 +0000

These were so delicious!! Mine turned out a bit soft and kinda fell apart through the sauce when serving/eating BUT it actually worked. (It was probably my overcooked beans and ingredient swaps, though! Next time I might try adding a little more oats.) My kids loved them, and smooshed them happily – it felt like you were eating mince through the sauce. I did alter the recipe slightly as I didn’t have carrot on hand, so I used 2 large cup mushrooms. And 1 Tbs dried basil instead of fresh. I also added a sprinkle of onion powder and garlic powder for extra flavour. And used a bolognaise sauce jar and Passata as didn’t have canned tomatoes and was delicious. Will probably keep using mushrooms as the flavour turned out so well. I will also try a binder like flaxmeal or chia to help keep in shape. Thanks for the great recipe I’ll be using it again for sure!!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by דניאלה

דניאלה — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 20:10:04 +0000

In reply to Donna. they should be completely cooked, so pretty soft. make sure not to add salt while cooking it.

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Donna

Donna — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 03:14:22 +0000

How firm should the beans be at the end of cooking?

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Kata

Kata — Thu, 01 Oct 2020 20:18:09 +0000

I made them today, and they are gorgeous.

Comment on Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato, Spiced Chickpeas and Yogurt Dressing by Gila Svirsky

Gila Svirsky — Sun, 13 Sep 2020 14:03:52 +0000

Hi! It looks great, but what does this mean:
for the roasted sweet potato-
1 medium size (date syrup)

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by דניאלה

דניאלה — Sun, 28 Jun 2020 08:46:58 +0000

In reply to Sarah Wilkinson. typo indeed...fixed it. thank you!

Comment on Vegan Adzuki Bean Meatballs by Sarah Wilkinson

Sarah Wilkinson — Wed, 24 Jun 2020 19:19:20 +0000

Very tasty and glad I found your recipe as an alternative to soya! Works well with spaghetti

You may wish to correct the cooking time – 5hrs? Think there’s a typo.